Ed Koch- Zionist and Quintessential New Yorker
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Ed Koch, Zionist and Quintessential New Yorker

  • 2/3/2013
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    Ed Koch: One of the most important and influential American Zionists of our time

     
    BY IDO AHARONI
     

    As Israel’s representatives in New York, we were all saddened to hear of the passing of the city’s former mayor, Ed Koch, a dear friend and a great leader. Many will no doubt be taking this opportunity to refresh their memories about his myriad accomplishments and all that he was able to achieve for this great city during a critical time in its history. The outspoken, Bronx-born Jew was full of charm and chutzpah. Undoubtedly, he took an active role in shaping the image of the quintessential ‘New Yorker’.

     

    As mayor, Koch left behind him a distinct legacy for the advancement and promotion of New York. He was a major catalyst in what later became known as the “branding of New York” as the capital of the free world, as an object of eclectic urban fascination for the entire globe to celebrate and experience. During his tenure, as well as during his two very active decades as former mayor, he was an icon and a champion in turning the “Big Apple” into the strongest brand name in modern urban history.
     
     
    Ambassador Ido Aharoni is the Consul General of Israel in New York.
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